Old Testament readings use the Septuagint , the Scripture the apostles quoted. Masoretic numbering shown for reference.Learn why
LXX

Sirach 20:28

He that tilleth his land shall increase his heap: and he that pleaseth great men shall get pardon for iniquity.

Parallel Translations

LXX2012View canonical →
He that tils his land shall increase his heap: and he that pleases great men shall get pardon for iniquity.
Septuagint in American English (2012)
KJVView canonical →
He that tilleth his land shall increase his heap: and he that pleaseth great men shall get pardon for iniquity.
King James Version
WEBView canonical →
He who tills his land will raise his harvest high. He who pleases great men will get pardon for iniquity.
World English Bible